As
common land the Commons are open to all to enjoy. All we
ask is that whatever activities you follow you do so with due regard to
other users of the Commons, consideration of the wildlife that
inhabits the Commons and within the law. Follow the Countryside Code:

Respect. Protect. EnjoyRespect other people• Consider the local community and other people enjoying the outdoors• Leave gates and property as you find them and follow paths unless wider access is available Protect the natural environment • Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home • Keep dogs under effective control Enjoy the outdoors• Plan ahead and be prepared• Follow advice and local signs

Walking and dog walking

Walkers
are free to roam the Commons, however in the spring and early summer
we ask you to try and keep to the mown paths to avoid disturbance
to ground nesting birds and other wildlife.

We also ask dog walkers to keep close control of your dogs at this time. Please be aware that the Commons are owned by RBBC and as such are subject to the Dog Control Orders introduced by them in 2012 , these can be found here.At
the present time we do not provide bins for dog poo,
firstly because we try to minimize “furniture” of any sort on the
Commons and secondly at other sites this leads to increased littering
around the bins that add disproportionate amounts of time and money to
clear up. We
would encourage everyone to bag their dog’s mess AND to take it home
with them rather than throw the bags into the trees. Exactly the same
policy we have for all litter.

Horse riding and cycling

Banstead Heath has nearly 14km of Public
Bridleways and more than 5.5km of Permissive rides and so not surprisingly
is popular with both local and visiting horse riders. There are a
number of stables either adjoining or close to the Heath making access
safe. Permissive rides have been created to help keep horses and
other users of the Heath separate so increasing the safety of all.
In addition, where possible, a number of permissive rides have been created
to offer alternative routes to enable horse riders to avoid roads .

Banstead Downs are crossed by a number
of bridlepaths and permissive rides. Special care should be taken
in the vicinity of the golf course to ensure both your own and the golfers
safety.

There are a number
of bridlepaths on Park Downs providing an alternative to the nearby roads.

Horse
riders and cyclists should behave with due care of walkers by not
riding at speed and cyclists are expected to give way to walkers
and horse riders at all times.

Organised activitiesOrganised
activities on the Commons require the permission of the
Conservators and we request that if you are orgainsing an
event, such as sponsored walks orienteering etc, we ask that you
contact the B.C.C.Clerk well in advance so that we are aware and
prepared.